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Schools Superintendent Buyout, 'Shock Gloves' Ban: Eastern Montco News

This is a summary of stories that made news in eastern Montgomery County this past week.

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — Cheltenham Township has settled the contract of its former schools superintendent with a $267,000 buyout.

Meanwhile, a Montco legislator is trying to put the kibosh on ICE agents using "shock gloves" to detain illegal immigrants.

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This is a summary of stories that made news in eastern Montgomery County this past week:

$267K Settlement Reached With Ex-Cheltenham Schools Superintendent

The former Cheltenham Township superintendent who resigned after a high school football hazing scandal rocked the school district has received a goodbye gift. (Read More)

ICE 'Shock Gloves' Ban Pushed By Legislator

Legislation is being pushed to ban "shock gloves" from use by U.S. Immigration and Enforcement agents. U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean has introduced the "No Shock Act." (Read More)

2 Suspects Wanted In Hatboro Armed Robbery

The Hatboro Borough Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying two suspects involved in the armed robbery at a smoke shop on Monday. (Read More)

Man Found With Drugs, Illegal Gun In Horsham Hotel: PD

A 36-year-old man faces weapons and drug charges after allegedly being found in Horsham Township hotel with them in June, police said. (Read More)

Abington Senior High Honors 9/11 Victims

Abington Senior High School students marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on America with a ceremony on Friday morning. (Read More)

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